Every July hundreds of thousands flock to the Champs-Elysees in Paris--and millions more to their televisions and computers--to witness the dramatic conclusion of the grueling three weeks of the Tour de France. There is no better measure of the worldwide love of the bicycle. But of the 1.2 billion cyclists traversing the world's roadways and trails, few of us take the time to consider the science behind the sport. The simple process of getting about on two wheels brings us in touch with a wealth of fascinating science, and here journalist Max Glaskin investigates the scientific wonders that...
Every July hundreds of thousands flock to the Champs-Elysees in Paris--and millions more to their televisions and computers--to witness the dramatic c...
